NEWPORT, Tennessee — Two Cocke County businesses thought they might not reopen after flooding from Helene caused significant damage to their downtown Newport buildings. On Valentine's Day, East ...

NEWPORT, Tennessee — With Christmas just two days away, last-minute holiday shopping is in full swing across East Tennessee. For some shoppers, those dollars are going toward small businesses, ...

NEWPORT, Tenn. (WATE) — It’s been half a year since Hurricane Helene ripped through East Tennessee. Downtown Newport businesses are continuing to pick up the pieces. The devastating storm struck in ...

COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — A small business in downtown Newport, Simpl Cafe, has officially reopened after enduring a series of challenges over the years. Simpl Cafe opened its doors in 2019 in ...